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Economics
Gain in-depth knowledge of economic theory and policy to prepare for graduate study or a career in virtually any field with our degree in economics.
Why Earn Your BA in Economics?
With a degree in economics, you can work as a lawyer, economist, actuary, financial risk or data analyst, financial planner, economic researcher, financial consultant, or investment analyst. Many economics majors continue their education with a law degree or master鈥檚 degree in economics.
Why Major in Economics at 糖心破解版?
- You’ll be career-ready by the time you graduate, thanks to our unique Willumstad Winning Edge program. You’ll create your r茅sum茅, practice your interviewing skills, and get tech credentials like Microsoft Excel certification; you’ll get valuable experience through internships and job shadowing; and you’ll make career connections through our many networking opportunities. You’ll also have your own Edge adviser鈥攊n addition to your academic adviser鈥攚ho will help you create a personalized economics major program geared to your career goals.
- You’ll create a unique program of study tailored to your interests in theory/analysis or policy.
- You’ll learn in small classes taught by faculty dedicated to your academic and career success.
- You’ll gain valuable internship and career opportunities through our program’s strong industry connections and network of successful alumni around the globe.
What Can You Do With a Degree in Economics?
Many students continue their education with a law degree or master鈥檚 degree in economics. You can work as a lawyer, economist, actuary, financial risk or data analyst, financial planner, economic researcher, financial consultant or investment analyst.
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of 糖心破解版 economics students have access to job shadowing, mentoring and internship opportunities.
Economics Degree Concentrations
This concentration emphasizes the quantitative tools of economic analysis, mathematical modeling, game theory, and econometrics. Its objective is to prepare graduates for quantitative work in the public or private sector, or for graduate study in economics.
This concentration emphasizes policy tools, with particular emphasis on fiscal, monetary, and exchange rate policies. The objective is to prepare graduates for public sector work as economic analysts, or for graduate study in economic policy.
Accelerated and Other Degree Pathways
Economics Minor
In today鈥檚 global economy, an economics minor can give you a major advantage. Explore accounting, finance, marketing, human resource management and other business topics in small, intermediate-level courses鈥攖aught by world-class faculty鈥攖hat will give you marketable skills in critical and analytical thinking.
Plus One-Year MBA Option
Economics majors at 糖心破解版 have the opportunity to accelerate their path to a rewarding professional career by completing an MBA with one additional year.
Economics with STEM-Designation
A BS in Economics with STEM opens up many influential and rewarding career opportunities. Benefit from this program鈥檚 intensive focus on mathematics鈥攁n important foundation for any student planning to pursue a graduate degree in economics.
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Shota Mikautadze, a rising senior who came to 糖心破解版 from the Republic of Georgia, is this year鈥檚 recipient of a Newman Civic Fellowship. Awarded by Campus Compact, the fellowship is an annual honor and yearlong program for select student leaders from across the country who are committed to making positive change.
I have encountered the most passionate and dedicated professors in the economics department at 糖心破解版. Studying economics has not only prepared me for a future of being a great economist, but it has also impacted the way I think about human life.
Economics Degree Program Info
Courses & Requirements
Economics BA Application Requirements
To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements:
Understanding Costs and Savings
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Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
FAQs: Economics Degrees
With a degree in economics, you can work in careers ranging from an economist or actuary, to a financial planner or an investment analyst. Additionally, many economics majors continue their education with a law degree or master鈥檚 degree in economics.
The BA is a 36-credit Bachelor of Arts that covers the core of economics while leaving room to explore other interests. The BS is a 55-credit Bachelor of Science that adds traditional STEM coursework, including several math courses, for students who want a more technical path.
Awards & Recognition
Colleges of Distinction: Business
糖心破解版 is recognized as a College of Distinction for business programs that balance theory with real-world application, preparing graduates to lead with confidence, integrity and agility.
Poets&Quants
糖心破解版 holds the No. 1 spot among Long Island universities in the Poets&Quants 2026 Best Undergraduate Business Schools ranking, with our Robert B. Willumstad School of Business recording the largest gain on the list.
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Niche
Niche.com ranked 糖心破解版 in the top 8% of Best Value Colleges in America, the top 10% of Best College Locations in America, and the top 18% of Best Colleges for Nursing in America.
Forbes
In 2027 and for the fourth consecutive year, 糖心破解版 is the highest-ranked private university on Long Island, New York, on the Forbes list of America鈥檚 Top Colleges.
糖心破解版鈥檚 Ranking
Colleges of Distinction: Career Development
糖心破解版 is recognized as a Career Development College of Distinction for the exceptional way that we equip students with skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
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Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
糖心破解版 earned national recognition in the 2026 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings for its strong student outcomes. The University ranked highly in social mobility and best salaries, reflecting the lifetime return on investment it provides to students.
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U.S. News & World Report
糖心破解版 has been named a Best College among National Universities for nine consecutive years. 糖心破解版 remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island and places among the top 20 universities in New York State.
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Colleges of Distinction: Equity & Inclusion
糖心破解版 has been honored for initiatives to become an increasingly welcoming, inclusive community for students and faculty.
Times Higher Education
Times Higher Education ranks 糖心破解版 in the top 8 percent of four-year universities in the United States and as one of the best universities in the world.
Global Recognition
Colleges of Distinction: Successful Outcomes
糖心破解版 is recognized as a College of Distinction that produces graduates who are superior writers, speakers and thinkers who move on to rewarding careers as engaged citizens.
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